Street Ear Cleaning: A Dangerous Habit Leading to Deafness, Know Safe Methods

• Street ear cleaning is a dangerous habit, often done without hygiene or medical knowledge, leading to serious infections.
• Dr. Kusum Pandey warns that using the same instruments on multiple people spreads bacteria and fungi.
• Incorrect cleaning removes the ear's protective wax layer, causing inflammation, pain, itching, pus, or even eardrum damage and permanent deafness.
• Avoid using matchsticks, hairpins, or sharp objects in the ear.
• Consult a qualified doctor for ear pain, hearing difficulty, or excessive earwax; hospitals use hygienic and safe instruments.